To mark the 70th anniversary of the Liberation of the Capital, Vietnam Television (VTV) is organizing a documentary film week dedicated to Hanoi for the first time. Unlike painting, music, or cinema, documentaries are characterized by authentic archival footage that captures real-life moments. The films screened at this event are valuable records of Hanoi's 70-year journey, marked by unforgettable milestones of a city that has experienced both wartime and peace.
"Some of these films were made in the 1980s and reflect the living conditions of life and the cultural mindset of Hanoi at that time. On the other hand, later films or those that capture the development of Hanoi along with the country showcase the changing perspectives and expressions of the filmmakers," said Nguyen Hoang Lam, Deputy Director of the Documentary Film Center, Vietnam Television.
The Hanoi Documentary Film Week runs until October 10 on the VTVgo digital platform. These films were produced by VTV, the Central Documentary and Science Film Studio, and several independent filmmakers over the past 40 years. To allow audiences to interact with the filmmaking teams, VTV has also organized live exchanges with the filmmakers at the studio, drawing large and enthusiastic viewership.
Today, Hanoi is undergoing a powerful transformation, facing numerous challenges such as transportation infrastructure, pollution, and the fading of many traditional values. However, it also has many remarkable achievements and a sense of pride on the global stage, reaffirming its position as the nation's economic leader and its role as a cultural, scientific, and educational hub. All of this has shaped a unique Hanoi that cannot be confused with any other city, and i vividly portrayed through the documentary films.
In addition, during these days, viewers can immerse themselves in the memories and love for Hanoi through a series of special programs on VTV, such as the political-art program "Hanoi – The Heroic Anthem of the Streets" and the show "The Song of Hanoi"...
